Memory Improved: Reading and Memory Enhancement Across the Life Span Through Strategic Text Structures

By Brendan J Bartlett, Bonnie J.F. Meyer, Carole J Young, et al.

Book Overview

This unique text presents a systematic study of a proven method for increasing the memory and reading comprehension of older adults by using a program based on discourse processing. The program facilitates the encoding and retrieval of information through a reading strategy plan utilizing top-level structures in the text. The authors of this volume provide student and teacher training manuals for the program as well as a review of the literature, data tables and graphs; an extensive bibliography; and five 1 1/2 hour sessions to improve memory and reading comprehension.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138995746
• ISBN13: 9781138995741
• Release Date: September 2016
• Publisher: Psychology Press
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"